Haul Truck Operator

About the role

Permanent, full‑time employment with a leading global mining company at Kennecott Utah Copper, located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah. The position offers a balanced work‑life rhythm with a rotating 12‑hour day/night roster, providing predictable time off for family, community, and life outside work. No previous mining experience is required – full training and structured support are provided to help you build a long‑term career. Rio Tinto is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce; women are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender or any other protected characteristic.

We are looking for motivated and safety‑focused individuals to join our Surface Mining Operations team as Haul Truck Operators, supporting safe, consistent production at one of the world’s most iconic open‑cut copper mines. As a Haul Truck Operator you will safely operate large haul trucks to transport ore and waste between loading areas, dumps, stockpiles, and crushers while following site procedures, traffic‑management plans, and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate haul trucks in line with site procedures and production requirements.
• Actively participate in and promote the “Keep Each Other Safe” safety culture.
• Follow supervisor instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Work closely with dispatch, shovel operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams.
• Conduct pre‑start checks and identify hazards or equipment issues.
• Follow radio protocols, haul‑road rules, and fatigue‑management requirements.
• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, situational awareness, and consistent production.

Requirements

• Strong commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
• Valid US Driver’s License.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work rotating 12‑hour day and night shifts.
• Positive, respectful, and inclusive attitude.
• Experience in heavy machinery, farming, transport, or other shift‑based roles is advantageous but not required.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Schedule

Rotating 12‑hour day/night roster, providing predictable time off for family, community, and life outside work.

Pay

Competitive hourly salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus.

Benefits

• Work environment where safety is the number one priority.
• Top‑tier family‑friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance, and various voluntary benefits.
• Excellent retirement plan with up to 6 % defined company contribution and generous 401(k) matching.
• Attractive share‑ownership plan.
• Comprehensive leave policies covering paid time off, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
• Generous parental leave policy.
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with wellbeing incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counselling and expert guidance for you and your family.

Location

Our Kennecott mine is a world‑class, fully integrated copper mining operation—including a concentrator, smelter, and refinery—located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. The operation produces copper, precious metals (gold and silver), molybdenum, and sulfuric acid, accounting for approximately 11 % of U.S. annual copper production.

Company

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries. We produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. With 150 years of mining experience, our purpose is “Finding Better Ways” to provide the materials the world needs while striving for innovation, low‑emission production, and high environmental, social, and governance standards.